Husch Blackwell, a well-established law firm, has recently bolstered its labor and employment and higher education practices in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm accomplished this by bringing on board experienced lawyer Kyle Russell, as a significant addition to the team, as communicated by the firm last Tuesday. Kyle Russell’s remarkable proficiency particularly lies in representing…
Veteran lawyer Richard Warren has taken up a new position at Ogletree Deakins as a shareholder in their Detroit office. The news of his transfer was publicly announced by the firm on Tuesday. Before joining Ogletree Deakins, Warren had an impressive tenure at Miller Canfield where he served in a dual capacity as a principal…
Ohio-based law firm Dinsmore & Shohl is planning further expansion in Texas, following the establishment of its Houston office earlier this year. As Joshua Lorentz, Dinsmore managing partner emphasizes, situating operations closer to where clients operate can improve firms’ ability to solve clients’ problems and leverage arising opportunities, citing Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin as…
Rebecca Stuart, an accomplished advisor in the employment law field, has recently joined Sidley as a partner in their labor and employment practice, based in Palo Alto, California. According to the official statement from the firm, Stuart will continue her work representing clients in various employment-related claims. These include cases of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, breach…
The legal fraternity is witnessing movement, as Kelsey Schmidt moves to join Haynes and Boone. Widely acclaimed for her prowess in matters relating to labor and employment, Schmidt is now a partner in the labor and employment practice group of the Denver office. The firm officially announced her joining on Monday. Schmidt has a commendable…
Esteemed attorney Robert Hudock has recently made a significant career move by joining the law firm Husch Blackwell as a labor and employment partner based in Los Angeles. Hudock’s expertise prominently lies in representing employers in high-stakes litigation, fielding complaints in both state and federal courts. These cases range from single-plaintiff disputes to extensive class…
Recently, a new trend has emerged where employees are documenting crucial and often tense employer interactions, such as layoffs, on social media platforms like TikTok. The trend was sparked by Brittany Pietsch’s video that recorded her conversation with Cloudflare representatives about her termination – a video that has since inspired a wave of similar content….
Today’s top in-house counsels, be they General Counsel or Chief Legal Officers, are navigating a changing landscape. With roles differing substantially whether they manage a team of three or 300, there is common ground in one challenge: the escalating complexity of labor and employment issues due to the continuous addition of regulations.This report from Bloomberg…
Gibson Dunn’s Eugene Scalia, the former U.S. labor secretary, and Sullivan & Cromwell are taking on a challenging mandate: the noncompete ban recently launched by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Scalia is representing Ryan LLC, a tax services company. On the other hand, Sullivan & Cromwell is extending its legal prowess to the U.S. Chamber…
Sydney Jones Lampard has been welcomed into the ranks of King & Spalding as a partner in the firm’s globally recognized human capital and compliance team situated in Washington, D.C., as disclosed by the firm during an announcement on Monday. Sydney has an illustrious career background in providing counsel on labor and employment matters in…
The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to examine a pivotal question regarding the handling of employment cases subject to mandatory arbitration. At stake is whether federal judges are obligated to dismiss such cases or if they should merely suspend them until the conclusion of private dispute resolution proceedings. The focal point of the contention is…
A trend of downsizing has become evident among big law firms in Philadelphia, specifically, Center City. This phenomenon, largely a reaction to the Covid-19 pandemic, has resulted in a substantial change to the legal landscape, particularly for firms including Dechert, Morgan Lewis, Blank Rome, BakerHostetler, and Fox Rothschild. These firms have either recently downsized or…
Jeffrey H. McClelland has officially transitioned into his role as a partner at Lewis Brisbois with the labor and employment practice in Denver, as announced by Bloomberg Law Automation previously. McClelland’s duties encompass representing employers in both state and federal court, along with appearances before administrative agencies. He is particularly experienced in handling matters with…
In a status quo where both federal and state laws govern labor and employment, the business of in-house legal teams for companies can never cease to be complex. The past year has been particularly challenging given the multiple new federal regulations and state laws that have been enacted. New federal rules, finalized during a race…
Fisher Phillips, the widely-respected labor and employment law firm, has welcomed Bonnie Kristan to their ranks as a partner in their Cleveland, Ohio office. The announcement was formally established on Tuesday. Kristan is an esteemed professional, whose wide breadth of experience covers multiple aspects of employment law, including litigation and counselling, as well as workplace…
Clifford “Seth” Sethness, a distinguished legal professional, has joined Seyfarth Shaw, a leading international law firm, as a partner in the labor and employment department. This recent update took place in Los Angeles as indicated by the firm on Tuesday. Sethness brings with him an impressive professional history featuring involvement with the National Labor Relations…
Littler Mendelson, an international labor and employment firm, has expanded its operations in Canada with the strategic hiring of Stephen Shore from competitor Ogletree Deakins. The move, described as an “important step” for Littler’s growth in the region, strengthens the firm’s Toronto office where Shore will serve as a shareholder. Shore transfers to his new…
On April 16, 2024, Angeles Garcia Cassin has become a part of Sheppard Mullin, joining the firm’s labor and employment practice group in Houston as a partner, verified by an announcement made by the firm on their website. Prior to this, Cassin practiced as a shareholder at Greenberg Traurig. Her professional focus has been centered…
Seyfarth Shaw LLP, a reputable law firm, has recently confirmed the transition of three distinguished labor and employment attorneys from Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, based in California. This shift in professional alliance took place earlier this week and it accentuates Seyfarth’s strategic focus on enhancing its legal capabilities, particularly in labor and employment law….
An Arizona-based associate attorney has initiated legal action against her former law firm, with allegations of discrimination interwoven with her pregnancy and subsequent retaliation for seeking treatment for severe postpartum depression. If you wish to dive further into the case details, they are available via US District court filings. The lawsuit was first made public…
Womble Bond Dickinson, a multinational law firm with headquarters in the UK and the US, has recently welcomed a new addition to their business litigation group at their Atlanta office. The firm announced on Wednesday, that Janna Satz Nugent has joined their team. Ms. Nugent has a strong background in dealing with clients on a…
Legal departments in corporations were hit hard last year, witnessing a sharp surge in labor and employment class actions. Such cases constituted 43.4% of class action matters in 2023, reflecting an increase of almost 10 percentage points from the previous year. This is according to the newly released Carlton Fields Class Action Survey. The rising…
As recently reported on April 8, 2024, Seyfarth Shaw has welcomed Alan Marcuis as a new partner to its labor and employment department in the Dallas office. The firm announced this strategic addition on Monday. Marcuis brings extensive legal expertise to Seyfarth Shaw, primarily focusing on defending companies dealing with contract, trade secret, and post-employment…
Experienced attorney Rebecca J. Bernhard has reportedly joined Barnes & Thornburg, enhancing the firm’s labor and employment capabilities from their Minneapolis office. This was confirmed in a recent announcement by the firm. Bernhard brings an impressive set of skills to the firm, having a background in assisting clients through corporate transactions. She is adept in…
The legal world greets the news that renowned labor and employment attorney, John Nordlund, has shifted offices and joined Littler as a shareholder in its San Diego establishment, following an impressive stint at Jackson Lewis. Armed with an exceptional knack for dealing with federal and state employment litigation matters, Nordlund carries a vast portfolio of…